The Guernsey Financial Services Commission warned firms and other recipients about a possible phishing attempt involving emails that falsely appear to come from the Commission and use the domain gfsc.gg.verixsend.com. It said recipients should not reply, click on links or open attachments in such messages, and noted that genuine Commission emails are sent only from domains ending in gfsc.gg. The alert also reiterates firms' obligations under the Commission’s Cyber Rules and Guidance, 2021. In particular, firms and their staff should remain cautious about unfamiliar email links, maintain appropriate cyber security software, install IT system updates promptly, and notify the Commission if they experience a significant cyber security event.
Guernsey Financial Services Commission2026-07-21
Guernsey Financial Services Commission warns of phishing attempt using spoofed email domain
The Guernsey Financial Services Commission warned of a possible phishing attempt using emails that spoof the Commission through the domain gfsc.gg.verixsend.com. It said genuine emails come only from domains ending in gfsc.gg and reminded firms to follow its 2021 cyber guidance on staff vigilance, security controls, timely updates and reporting significant cyber incidents.